Valley Road Medical Practice

07/08/2025

COVID booster vaccinations will be available for eligible patients from October 2025.

Please look out for your invite from your GP practice.

For more info, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/advice-accepted-on-autumn-2025-covid-19-vaccination-programme

05/08/2025

If you’re a survivor of with a secret or secondary phone, the government’s could reveal your phone even if it’s on silent.

There will be another test of the emergency alerts on Sunday 7th September. If you're concerned this test and any future alerts could reveal your phone, watch our guide to disable them:

iPhone - https://brnw.ch/21wUCqA
Android - https://brnw.ch/21wUCqB

03/08/2025

📞 We’re extending the free 24/7 National Breastfeeding Helpline for another year to support thousands of mothers, babies and families.

🤱 Through Family Hubs and Start for Life programme, we’re investing £18.5 million in local infant feeding services.

✅ Our Plan for Change will give every child the best start in life.

Visit the helpline's website: https://www.nationalbreastfeedinghelpline.org.uk/

03/08/2025

01/08/2025

Hola, bonjour, hallo!

Jetting off? Don't forget this key phrase in case of a first aid emergency! ✈️

Here’s how to say "Where's the nearest pharmacy?" in different languages, just in case!💊

31/07/2025

16/07/2025

15/07/2025

✈️ Thinking of Booking a Last-Minute Trip?

Whether it’s a bargain online or a deal at the travel agents, it’s always exciting to get away!

But please remember — we don’t offer last-minute travel appointments.

To allow time for any vaccines or travel advice, you’ll need to attend the surgery for a travel health appointment at least 8 weeks before you travel.

🌍 You can also visit www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk to check what’s needed for your destination.

Planning ahead helps keep you safe while you’re away.

12/07/2025

Today is going to be a scorcher ☀️

The best thing to do in the hot weather is stay out of the direct sun, especially during the hottest part of the day, between 11am and 3pm, as UV rays are strongest during these hours.

Please make sure you are staying safe in the sunshine! 😎